Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre - treating Melbourne families since 1998

Sally Shannon

Physiotherapist

Sally graduated from the University of Cape Town (South Africa) in 2006 and has worked in South Africa and England before moving to Melbourne in 2018.

She completed a Certificate in Pain Management in 2015 and is passionate about the role that education and rehabilitation play in painful and other chronic health conditions.

Sally initially worked in many diverse environments, including rural clinics, urban hospitals, home based therapy and community centres. In the last 9 years, she has been based predominantly in private practices, treating sports injuries, spinal and arthritic conditions as well as teaching Pilates and other rehabilitation classes. She takes great joy in helping people from all walks of life to stay active and able to participate in the activities that give their life meaning.

More recently, Sally discovered the field of aquatic physiotherapy (or hydrotherapy) and has really enjoyed pool-based rehabilitation, completing various aquatic physiotherapy courses along the way. She looks forward to continuing this side of her work and sees some clients for aquatic physiotherapy sessions at the Harold Holt Hydrotherapy pool.

As a relatively new arrival to Australia, Sally is enjoying exploring Melbourne and its surrounds – finding nature spots and walking trails, eating her way through all the different cuisines, and spending her summer accumulating as much time in the ocean as possible!

Sally graduated from the University of Cape Town (South Africa) in 2006 and has worked in South Africa and England before moving to Melbourne in 2018.

She completed a Certificate in Pain Management in 2015 and is passionate about the role that education and rehabilitation play in painful and other chronic health conditions.

Sally initially worked in many diverse environments, including rural clinics, urban hospitals, home based therapy and community centres. In the last 9 years, she has been based predominantly in private practices, treating sports injuries, spinal and arthritic conditions as well as teaching Pilates and other rehabilitation classes. She takes great joy in helping people from all walks of life to stay active and able to participate in the activities that give their life meaning.

More recently, Sally discovered the field of aquatic physiotherapy (or hydrotherapy) and has really enjoyed pool-based rehabilitation, completing various aquatic physiotherapy courses along the way. She looks forward to continuing this side of her work and sees some clients for aquatic physiotherapy sessions at the Harold Holt Hydrotherapy pool.

As a relatively new arrival to Australia, Sally is enjoying exploring Melbourne and its surrounds – finding nature spots and walking trails, eating her way through all the different cuisines, and spending her summer accumulating as much time in the ocean as possible!

Stephanie Dyer

Dietician

Stephanie Dyer has been an Accredited Practising Dietitian, (APD) for 21 years.

She has a busy private practice which involves assessment of adult individuals who present with a range of nutrition related problems.

Her practice involves providing dietary advice to adult clients who self-refer or are referred by medical practitioners or other health professionals on Tuesdays at Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre 461 Glenferrie Rd Kooyong, in the community and at Residential Aged Care Facilities. She is a DVA provider.

FEES :

60 minute consultations : $135
30 minute consultations : $65

Parking:

There are a small amount of ‘patient only’ parking spots on Monomeath Ave behind Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre. There is also ample street parking in the surrounding streets but please check the signs, as there is a clearway on Glenferrie Rd during some periods of the day.

Call 0421 551 323 for an appointment with Stephanie.

After obtaining a degree in Applied Science Physiotherapy in 1984 through study at Lincoln Institute/ Melbourne University, Barb initially worked in major public and private hospitals. She then moved into the Private Practice sector and consulted with Melbourne’s Major Sports Clinics and covered all aspects of team and individual sports /spinal assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and exercise tailored programs.

Barb’s physiotherapy career quickly evolved into the elite sporting arena with her first Australian Paralympics to Spain in 1992. Subsequent international events including World Championships and Paralympic Games revolved around mostly track and field, swimming, basketball events and many other sports at the events’ on-site International Medical / Physio clinics.

Barb also built her own Industrial Sports and Spinal clinic, which included consulting to the State Ballet and Australian Open Tennis.

In 1997 Barb moved overseas and worked in an internationally acclaimed private clinic in Singapore for 10 years and the past 5 years travelled through Asia to events on the Professional Golf circuit. She was working for the PGA, European Tour, Asian Tour and One Asian Tour, treating some of the world’s leading professional golfers.

Barb returned to Melbourne in 2013 and continues work with the International Golf Tours and Overseas Sporting events. She now works locally at Spring Physio Gym and Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre.

Barb remains active running, swimming and generally keeps fit. She is a past National and State junior record holder in 400 M hurdles and has maintained an ongoing interest in all aspects of sports competition both for the social and the elite athlete.

The first step is to make an appointment with one of our physiotherapists for a detailed assessment of your medical and exercise history. We will set some goals and take initial baseline measurements.

Generally, a second one-on-one session will be required to work through a program based on your goals and physical ability. You will be directed to a small class or one-to-one sessions to commence your program under our guidance plus you’ll be given home exercises to practice.

We will communicate with any relevant health professionals who are involved with delivering an all over plan to lead to you to better health.

Our fees :

Core Stability And Strength Assessment	$95
Core Stability And Strength Class	$51

What to bring

Any x-rays, scans or reports relevant to your current condition.
If you have been referred by another provider or are participating under the EPC program please bring your referral.
Your private health insurance card if applicable.

Parking

There are a small amount of ‘patient only’ parking spots on Monomeath Ave behind Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre. There is also ample street parking in the surrounding streets but please check the signs, as there is a clearway on Glenferrie Rd during some periods of the day.

Call 9824 6440 if you have any further queries.

Rosemary Moore

Respiratory Physiotherapist

B App Sc (Phty) Grad Dip Phty (Cardiothoracic) M Physio PhD

CLINICAL BACKGROUND

Rosemary has over 30 years’ experience as a Cardiorespiratory physiotherapist. She trained in Melbourne and completed postgraduate training at LaTrobe University and The University of Melbourne. She has been in private practice since 1982 and has also worked at the Alfred and Austin hospitals, treating patients with chronic lung diseases and who have had heart and lung surgery, in intensive care units, outpatient and home settings. Her research interests include home oxygen therapy and home-based pulmonary rehabilitation for people with chronic lung diseases.

In her private practice she sees respiratory patients who require individualised home programs including:

airway clearance techniques, to clear phlegm from the lungs
structured exercise programs, for people who are unable to attend a centre-based rehabilitation program
breathing control techniques, for patients who have breathlessness or breathing discomfort.

Contact 0424 419 227 for an appointment with Rosemary.

Rosemary has over 30 years’ experience as a Cardiorespiratory physiotherapist. She trained in Melbourne and completed postgraduate training at LaTrobe University and The University of Melbourne.

Rosemary sees respiratory patients who require individualised home programs including:

airway clearance techniques, to clear phlegm from the lungs
structured exercise programs, for people who are unable to attend a centre-based rehabilitation program
breathing control techniques, for patients who have breathlessness or breathing discomfort.

Contact Rosemary directly on 0424 419 227 to make an appointment.

During your initial appointment Rosemary will document the relevant history of your current injury and investigate any relevant previous conditions. She will perform a clinical assessment of your current condition and begin to formulate a plan to help you optimise your recovery and manage your condition.

Appointments normally take approximately 30 minutes and payment is expected on the day of service.

Any cancellations within 24 hours of your appointment will incur a cancellation fee. Please note your appointment time to ensure you are able to attend, your consideration is much appreciated.

What to bring

Any x-rays, scans or reports relevant to your current condition.
If you have been referred by another provider or are participating under the EPC program please bring your referral.
Your private health insurance card if applicable.

Our fees

Initial Consultation – (New Patient)	$75
Subsequent Consultation	$65

Parking
There are a small amount of ‘patient only’ parking spots on Monomeath Ave behind Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre. There is also ample street parking in the surrounding streets but please check the signs, as there is a clearway on Glenferrie Rd during some periods of the day.

Please call Rosemary directly to arrange an appointment for Respiratory Physiotherapy on 0424 419 227.

New patients please bring

Any x-rays, scans or reports relevant to your current condition.
If you have been referred by another provider or are participating under the EPC program please bring your referral.
Your private health insurance card if applicable.

Our fees

Initial Consultation (new patient or new injury) $105

Standard Consultation $85

Extended Consultation $130-$170

Clinical Pilates Assessment $95

Clinical Pilates Class $51

Please call 9824 6440 for any further queries.

Stephanie Dyer

Dietician

Stephanie Dyer has been an Accredited Practising Dietitian, (APD) for 21 years.

She has a busy private practice which involves assessment of adult individuals who present with a range of nutrition related problems.

Her practice involves providing dietary advice to adult clients who self-refer or are referred by medical practitioners or other health professionals on Tuesdays at Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre 461 Glenferrie Rd Kooyong, in the community and at Residential Aged Care Facilities. She is a DVA provider.

Contact details for appointments are:

Stephanie Dyer, APD

Accredited Practicing Dietitian

Call 0412 551 323 for an appointment with Stephanie.

During your initial appointment your physiotherapist will document the relevant history of your current injury and investigate any relevant previous conditions. They will perform a clinical assessment of your current condition and begin to formulate a plan to help you optimise your recovery and manage your condition.

Appointments normally take approximately 30 minutes and payment is expected on the day of service.

Any cancellations within 24 hours of your appointment will incur a cancellation fee. Please note your appointment time to ensure you are able to attend, your consideration is much appreciated.

What to bring

Any x-rays, scans or reports relevant to your current condition.
If you have been referred by another provider or are participating under the EPC program please bring your referral.
Your private health insurance card if applicable.

Our fees

Initial Consultation (new patient or new injury) $105

Standard Consultation $85

Extended Consultation $130-$170

Clinical Pilates Assessment $95

Clinical Pilates Class $51

Parking

There are a small amount of ‘patient only’ parking spots on Monomeath Ave behind Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre. There is also ample street parking in the surrounding streets but please check the signs, as there is a clearway on Glenferrie Rd during some periods of the day.

Please call 9824 6440 for any further queries.

Kate Dyball

Physiotherapist

A familiar face to many at Kooyong Physiotherapy, we welcomed Kate back in early 2018 after 3 years away, with a year of that time spent travelling the world. Kate started at Kooyong back in 2010 after completing a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (with Honours) at Latrobe University. She is committed to ongoing education completing her Masters of Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal) at the University of Melbourne in 2015 alongside accreditation in coaching and sports injury management and currently undertaking a Masters of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning) at Edith Cowen University.

Kate has a strong focus on patient education and empowerment, working with people to help them understand their injury and personal goals and then guide them in formulating a management plan in going forwards.

A keen endurance runner and rower in her own time, Kate’s areas of special interest include running and rowing related injuries, but also tendon based pain, lower back and neck disorders and knee/hip pain. She has a strong focus on exercise focused injury rehabilitation and injury prevention, and is about to undertake further study in this area with a Masters in Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning).

When she isn’t working, you will probably find Kate out on the river rowing or pounding the pavement around Melbourne, or enjoying a smashed avocado brunch at a trendy cafe whilst simultaneously complaining about Melbourne’s expensive housing market.

Special areas of interests:
Running injuries
Rowing injuries
Hip and knee pain
Gym based rehabilitation
Tendon injuries
Lower back and neck disorders

Assunta Russo

Remedial Massage Therapist

Assunta is an experienced Allied Health Practitioner since 2000, specialising in the assessment and treatment of chronic pain and injury conditions. At Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre Assunta has worked along side well respected and highly skilled professionals. She has also been involved with Archery Australia as an on-site therapist working closely to support select Athletes in pre and post sporting events, insuring quick recovery from muscular disjunction.

Assunta’s knowledge in the fitness training Industry also works well to encourage clients and athletes to maintain their bodies to the best of their ability. As a former trainer she has a great knowledge of exercise to strengthen and condition the body to perform at it’s very best. I am also involved yearly, in a corporate charity ride “ChainReaction” as part of a support crew responsible for post ride massage, daily recovery and general health and wellbeing of forty riders over the duration of seven days.

Assunta has created strong bonds with our clients over many years and has supported them from house-hold injuries through to completing marathons and long distance swims across the English Channel.

She is available for massage appointments on Tuesdays 1– 5.30pm.

Ann Ryan graduated from Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences in Melbourne in 1987. Early years at the Alfred Hospital provided her with experience in a wide range of surgical, cardiorespiratory, neurological, road trauma and orthopaedic conditions. In 1998 Ann joined Robin Halse in founding Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre.

Ann has built on her experience in complex spinal treatment and rehabilitation, for which posture, core strengthening and movement correction are a particular interest. She has also been involved as a clinician with several research projects at the University of Melbourne, mostly associated with knee injuries.

Melanie graduated from La Trobe University in 1997, with a bachelor of Physiotherapy. In 2009 Melanie became a partner at Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre. In 2011 together with Robin Halse, Ann Ryan and Fiona Milne she cofounded Spring Physio Gym also servicing patients in the Malvern area.

Melanie’s clinical areas of interest include functional strength training, sports Injuries (adolescent and adult), tendinopathy (tendon injuries), myofascial (muscle and connective tissue) pain – including dry needling techniques for treatment and back and neck injuries.

Cate graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2005 with Bachelor of Physiotherapy. She started work at a large tertiary trauma hospital in NSW, gaining invaluable experience in trauma, orthopaedics, rehabilitation and a wide variety of medical conditions. In 2015 Cate completed her Masters in Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal) at University of Melbourne, and has also been involved as a clinician in a research study through the University of Melbourne.

Mindy graduated from Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences in Melbourne in 1985. She spent her first years as a physiotherapist working at the Alfred Hospital where she gained experience in surgical, orthopaedic, neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions.

In 2006 Mindy commenced work at Kooyong Physiotherapy. She studied clinical Pilates and has been an instructor since then. She now spends her time at Kooyong taking Pilates classes.

Rob has been working with us at Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre for the last 18 months. He has had a long and distinguished career in education which he continues. Rob has held a deep interest in fitness, health and well being and over the past few years he has qualified as a remedial massage therapist.

Rob is available for massage appointments on Wednesday 4 – 7.30pm and Saturday morning 8am – 12.00pm.

Stephanie Dyer has been an Accredited Practising Dietitian, (APD) for 21 years.

She has a busy private practice which involves assessment of adult individuals who present with a range of nutrition related problems.

Her practice involves providing dietary advice to adult clients who self-refer or are referred by medical practitioners or other health professionals on Tuesdays at Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre 461 Glenferrie Rd Kooyong.

Call 03 9824 6440 for an appointment with Stephanie.

Sarby graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2009, and spent a number of years gaining acute clinical experience at Monash Health which ranged from Acute Orthopaedics, Emergency department, Cardio respiratory and Intensive Care and Women’s Health. She also achieved accreditation in Pilates and has been an instructor in Clinical Pilates since 2011.

Sarby joined the team at Kooyong Physiotherapy in 2012 where she has been exposed to treating a wide variety of clinical patients.

Robin graduated in Melbourne in 1987, commencing her career in physio at the Alfred Hospital, Prahran.

Robin has spent many years working in private practice, with her specialty being the treatment of patients with orofacial pain and TMJ (jaw) dysfunction.

Robin is passionate about postural modification and helping people to reverse their faulty movement patterns, to avoid injury and improve their pain symptoms.

Stephanie Dyer has been an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) for 21 years.

Her practice involves providing dietary advice to adult clients who self-refer or are referred by medical practitioners or other health professionals on Tuesdays at Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre 461 Glenferrie Rd Kooyong, in the community and at Residential Aged Care Facilities. She is a DVA provider.

FEES :

60 minute consultations : $120

Call 03 9824 6440 for an appointment with Stephanie.

Our massage therapists are available for massage appointments on –

Tuesdays: 1- 5.30pm

Wednesdays: 4 – 7.30pm

Saturday mornings: 8 – 12.00pm.

We have male and female therapists.

Fees

30min $75

60mins $95

Late cancellation fees apply – (>24hrs).

Please call 9824 6440 to make a booking and for any further queries.

What to bring

Any x-rays, scans or reports relevant to your current condition.
If you have been referred by another provider or are participating under the EPC program please bring your referral.
Your private health insurance card if applicable.

Our fees

Initial Consultation – (New Patient)	$75
Subsequent Consultation	$65

Sarby Veriah

Physiotherapist

Sarby graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2009, and spent a number of years gaining acute clinical experience at Monash Health which ranged from Acute Orthopaedics, Emergency department, Cardio respiratory and Intensive Care and Women’s Health. She also achieved accreditation in Pilates and has been an instructor in Clinical Pilates since 2011.

In 2011, Sarby ventured to Uganda for 3 months where she worked with a Non-Government Organisation alongside locals to assist in the development of a physiotherapy clinic. She was involved in delivering health care services to post-operative patients in orthopaedics, worked closely with neurological patients’ rehabilitation, as well as working to raise awareness of health within the local community.

Upon her return from the eye opening experience in Africa, Sarby joined the team at Kooyong Physiotherapy in 2012 where she has been exposed to treating a wide variety of clinical patients. She has also been heavily involved with developing and running pilates classes to assist in patient treatment and recovery.

Sarby enjoys travelling, eating good food, and listening to music! She is passionate about health and wellbeing and the promotion of it within the community!

Mindy Phillips

Physiotherapist

Melinda (Mindy) graduated from Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences in Melbourne in 1985. She spent her first years as a physiotherapist working at the Alfred Hospital where she gained experience in surgical, orthopaedic, neurological and cardiorespiratory conditions.

Mindy moved to Sydney in 1988 where she commenced working in private practice. On returning to Melbourne she worked in a private practice in an East Melbourne Hospital where she treated patients in the hydrotherapy pool and in the clinic.

In 2002 Mindy moved overseas with her family and spend time working in London. From there she lived in Beijing and volunteered at a local orphanage working with children with disabilities. She undertook numerous Chinese medicine courses.

In 2006 Mindy returned to Melbourne and commenced work at Kooyong Physiotherapy. She studied clinical Pilates and has been an instructor since then. She now spends her time at Kooyong taking Pilates classes.

Mindy has 2 children at University and in her spare time she enjoys rowing, yoga, going to the gym, travel and walking her two dogs.

Rob Cavalin

Remedial Massage Therapist

Rob has been working with us at Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre for the last 18 months. He has had a long and distinguished career in education which he continues. Rob has held a deep interest in fitness, health and well being and over the past few years he has qualified as a remedial massage therapist. It has been a wonderful addition to the Kooyong team to have Rob join us bringing both his life experience and his passion for benefits of massage therapy.

Rob has found working to assist clients in having a better quality life very challenging and rewarding.

He believes in the view that the client is always in control, knows their body better than anyone and he is committed to work collaboratively with them to achieve their desired result.

Rob is available for massage appointments on Wednesday 4 – 7.30pm and Saturday morning 8am – 12.00pm.

Ann Ryan

Physiotherapist

Ann Ryan graduated from Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences in Melbourne in 1987. Early years at the Alfred Hospital provided her with experience in a wide range of surgical, cardiorespiratory, neurological, road trauma and orthopaedic conditions. This was punctuated by a trip to Africa and on to Europe with close friend and future practice-partner, Robin Halse, working in the UK to help fund her travel.

Ann moved to private practice in 1992, broadening this work as a clinical educator at the University of Melbourne from 1993-2003. In 1999 Ann completed her Master of Physiotherapy (Manipulative Physiotherapy), enabling registration as a titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist. She has also studied Clinical Pilates and been an instructor since 2004.

In 1998 Ann joined Robin in founding Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre.

Ann has built on her experience and further study to develop a special interest in complex spinal treatment and rehabilitation, for which posture, core strengthening and movement correction are a particular interest. She has also been involved as a clinician with several research projects at the University of Melbourne, mostly associated with knee injuries.

In her spare time Ann enjoys netball, running and horse riding. She adores southern France where she travels with her family regularly.

Movement analysis and correction
Posture correction and core stabilizing.
Complex / post-surgical spinal conditions

Robin Halse

Physiotherapist

Robin graduated in Melbourne in 1987, commencing her career in physio at the Alfred Hospital, Prahran.

This was an exciting opportunity to learn about the broader aspects of medicine, the physio role as part of a team and to work on the brand new Heart/Lung Transplant Unit and the newly established Road Trauma Unit.

The big wide world beckoned though, and Robin headed off travelling with her now business partner, Ann to Africa, Europe and the UK. Along the way, there was ample opportunity to practise physio in wide and varied locations, and immerse herself in other cultures.

This has led to a continued interest in travel, which she likes to pursue whenever possible.

Robin has spent many years working in private practice, with her specialty being the treatment of patients with orofacial pain and TMJ (jaw) dysfunction.

Robin is passionate about postural modification and helping people to reverse their faulty movement patterns, to avoid injury and improve their pain symptoms.

She has three teenage children who play lots of sport and is extensively involved in their sporting clubs and schools.

Robin likes to keep fit, doing gym work, swimming, running and, where possible, attempting to improve her golf game.

Melanie Foley

Physiotherapist

Melanie graduated from La Trobe University in 1997, with a bachelor of Physiotherapy. In her early career she split her time between hospital-based rehabilitation and private practice, before heading off to the UK where she worked for 2 years interspersed with European travel adventures. Upon coming home to Australia she returned to work in private practices across Melbourne, then in 2009 became a partner at Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre. In 2011 together with Robin Halse, Ann Ryan and Fiona Milne she cofounded Spring Physio Gym also servicing patients in the Malvern area.

Melanie has a passion for encouraging and engaging in healthy life habits. She is passionate about the merits of consistent exercising and the importance of changing any beliefs that prevent people getting out and moving. She has a huge interest and passion for functional strength training to prevent the effects of immobility, sometimes called the effects of aging.

Melanie’s clinical areas of interest include:

Functional strength training
Sports Injuries (adolescent and adult)
Tendinopathy (tendon injuries)
Myofascial (muscle and connective tissue) pain – including dry needling techniques for treatment
Back and neck injuries

Melanie is a keen exerciser. From marathon running to hiking through Victoria’s high country, cycling along the Yarra or just a friendly game of golf. She loves movement and loves to encourage that passion in others.

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Kooyong Physiotherapy Centre Services

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy

Back and Neck Injuries

Back and Neck Injuries

Clinical Pilates

Clinical Pilates

Sports Injury
Management

Sports Injury Management

TMJ
Dysfunction

TMJ Dysfunction

Adolescent Sports
& Spinal

Adolescent Sports & Spinal

Postural Rehabilitation

Postural Rehab

Respiratory Physiotherapy

Respiratory Physiotherapy

Nutrition & Dietetics

Nutrition & Dietetics

Remedial
Massage

Remedial Massage

You can find us at 461 Glenferrie Rd, Kooyong. Call 03 9824 6440 for an appointment

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